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6G2EC57Y98L126770

2008 PONTIAC G8

Vehicle Summary

The 2008 Pontiac G8 is a sleek sedan produced by General Motors, featuring a powerful 4.6L V8 engine with a dual overhead cam design. It offers a comfortable ride with a focus on safety, equipped with front, side, and curtain airbags for the driver and front passenger. Manufactured in Elizabeth, South Australia by Holden, this vehicle delivers a robust performance with its sequential fuel injection system and V-shaped engine configuration. The G8 is a classic example of Pontiac's commitment to combining performance with style.

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Make

PONTIAC

Model

Year

2008

Engine

4.6L

Complete Specifications

31 specs

Make PONTIAC

Manufacturer Name GENERAL MOTORS LLC

Model G8

Model Year 2008

Plant City ELIZABETH

Trim Base

Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country AUSTRALIA

Plant Company Name Holden

Plant State SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Body Class Sedan/Saloon

Doors 4

Windows 4

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders 8

Displacement (CC) 4600.0

Displacement (CI) 280.70922283576

Displacement (L) 4.6

Engine Model LD8

Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline

Valve Train Design Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration V-Shaped

Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type Sequential Fuel Injection (SFI)

Cooling Type Water

Other Engine Info LD8: 4.6L, V8, SFI, DOHC

Seat Belt Type Manual

Other Restraint System Info Has Occupant Sensor

Curtain Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil leaks

V-shaped engines, like the LD8 in the Pontiac G8, can be prone to oil leaks from valve cover gaskets and oil pan gaskets due to the engine's layout and age.

Timing chain issues

The LD8 engine features a DOHC configuration that relies on a timing chain, which can wear out or stretch over time, leading to poor engine performance and potential engine damage.

Overheating

V8 engines like the LD8 can suffer from overheating issues due to problems with the cooling system, such as a faulty thermostat, water pump, or clogged radiator.

Misfire

The ignition system, including spark plugs and ignition coils, can degrade over time and cause misfires, leading to rough engine performance in the Pontiac G8.

Carbon buildup

Direct fuel injection engines, like the LD8, can experience carbon buildup on intake valves, leading to reduced engine efficiency and power.

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